Moving? Investigate Your Moving Company

Many moving companies have been found to be frauds.  Save yourself time, money, stress and aggravation by hiring a reputable moving company.  Article below describes bad experiences.

http://6abc.com/news/moving-company-accused-of-fraud-operating-under-various-names/969308/
 
Tips
Get a written, binding estimate, or a guaranteed price
- Never get an estimate by phone, a mover should do a walk-through of your home.
- Make sure the mover has the proper registration or license.

In Pennsylvania, movers are overseen by the Public Utilities Commission
In New Jersey, by the state Division of Consumer Affairs.
The US Department of Transportation regulates moves from one state to another.

When we called Allways and identified ourselves as Action News, we were told Allways is no longer in business.

But when we called back and did not identify ourselves, we were told we could get an estimate for a move. We were transferred to a salesperson operating under yet another business name.

Resources to help you hire a reputable mover:

- Make your own list of what's to be moved
- Take pictures of all your property and your rooms.
- Ask about extra fees for stairs, etc.
- Ask about mover's insurance, sometimes your homeowner's insurance will protect you and sometimes it won't. You can purchase your own extra insurance if you need it.
Moving companies often provide coverage by the pound for a rate as low as 60-cents a pound, which is generally not enough if your stuff gets damaged or goes missing